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Monotone Pioneer of Mono and the Quiet Farm
An old man reflects on the life of William Marshall, a pioneer Ontario farmer in Mono Township who ran the first Mono Mills post office, lent money at twelve percent, and helped settle local Presbyterian and temperance efforts. He recalls travels, neighbors like Rev. Alexander Lewis and the smuggler Michael, and the doctor’s care as Marshall declines then dies, leaving memories of community, faith, and loss.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mono Township
Mono Mills
Mona
Mr. Lewis
William Marshall
Mono
Great Western
Brampton
Michael
Toronto
Bay Shore
York Street
Welland Canal
Lake Ontario
North America
Aaron Peer
Patrick
Betty
Charlie
Paddy Slater
Ontario
Edmonton
Centre Road
Chinguacousy
Fogey
Nancy Marshall
Seagram
Woodbine Racetrack
Sarah Duncan